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Welcome to the exciting seventh edition of Charity Proud News!
We’re thrilled to share with you the projects we have recently funded thanks to you - our incredible supporters.
In this issue, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the Barnsley 10K, hear all about our Autumn Memory Walk and see our thanks to some of our super supporters.
Plus, get a sneak peek at the exciting plans we have for the upcoming months.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the cause, we hope this bulletin inspires and celebrates the power of coming together to make a difference. Enjoy!
Jane Mills
Charity Development Manager
Barnsley10K
The Barnsley 10K hit the streets on 29 June 2025, with 1,847 runners lacing up, including 80 running proudly in support of Barnsley Hospital Charity!
The race, organised by the dedicated Sport & Physical Activity Team at Barnsley Council, is a huge community effort with planning starting more than a year in advance. From mapping out a safe route and closing roads, to arranging barriers, marshals, water stations, first aid, t-shirts, medals and high-tech registration systems no detail is left to chance.
For Barnsley Hospital Charity, the work begins long before race day too. The team ensures every supporter is signed up on time, kitted out with t-shirts, and ready to make the most of their fundraising efforts. It was a day of teamwork, determination and community spirit – all running towards a great cause.
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Our eighty runners were a mix of loyal supporters and new faces and we send our thanks to each and every one of them.
For the charity team, early sign-up is key, giving time to train and fundraise. But when injuries strike, there’s sometimes a chance for another hero to step in.
This year, that hero was Scott McGougan, Stores Manager at Barnsley Facilities Services. With just two weeks’ notice, he laced up, hit the course and smashed his fundraising target.
Huge thanks and congratulations to Scott on an incredible effort!
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Barnsley-born runner Luke Edwards made a triumphant return storming to victory in the Barnsley 10K with a blistering time of just 32 minutes, supporting us!
But for Luke who now lives in Bury, the race was about more than winning, it was about giving back. Running in support of our new Breast Care Appeal, Luke was cheered on by proud family and friends, including his parents from Monk Bretton. Luke has strong connections to the hospital with his sister, who works on the Care of the Elderly Ward.
“I’ve got strong roots here, and with my sister working at the hospital, I see how much the charity does for patients and staff,” said Luke. Thank you Luke for your support and an absolutely inspirational time and win!
Photo credit: Mick Hall
Photos “Winning was a bonus. Giving back was the main goal.”
Paul & Derrick Finney Fishing Match
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Harley’s HYROX workout at The Box
Compass Engineering - Barnsley 10k
Amazing AMU team
Derbyshire Three Peaks
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Activities to support 50 years of Play in Hospital week
Childrens support kits to help with bereavement
Chosen companion chairs for maternity
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A huge thank you to Stacey Parton, Healthcare Assistant who raised an incredible £811.50 for Barnsley 10K fundraising efforts, contributing to a grand total of £15,828 raised from the event!
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Well done to our Acute Medical Unit. Six members of the nursing team took on the challenging 29.5km of the Derbyshire Three Peaks, raising a fantastic £1,748 to help fund improvements to their staff room.
Don’t forget it’s not too late to enter your team into our Care to Compete challenge where prizes will be won every month!
Upcoming Events
Due to the success of our two shark dives this year we have decided to put on a third date Sunday 16 November. Message us to book a place on this once in a lifetime experience!
If you’re interested in skydiving but missed out in 2025, join us on 24 April 2026 to take a leap of faith from 15,000 ft!
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We’re looking forward to our Autumn Memory Walk.
While often our yearly charity events calendar is filled with adrenaline-fuelled challenges from skydiving and wing walking to marathons and even shark diving, this event is designed to be peaceful, reflective, and accessible to all.
Click here to book on the Autumn Memory Walk at Manvers Lake
Didyouknow?
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Some of the initiatives your donations fund
Complementary therapies for staff
Improvements to relatives rooms Cavell Star Awards
